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A new and exciting Broadway summer intensive program called The Broadway Experience will launch this July, created by Ben Hartley, who is currently featured on Broadway in Disney's The Little Mermaid.

Magic Theatre continues its 2007-08 Season of New Plays with Monkey Room, a new play by Kevin Fisher directed by Magic Director of Artistic Development Mark Routhier; opening April 12.

'Celebrity Autobiography: In Their Own Words,' the acclaimed, long-running L.A-based comedy sensation has taken New York by storm and has extended its run (Mondays at 7:30PM) through March 24 at The Triad Theater. Up-coming celebrity participants include Carson Kressley and Alan Cumming.

Ground UP Productions presents the World Premiere of the new play The Optimist, by Jason Chimonides and directed by acclaimed director Jace Alexander. Previews of The Optimist begin March 20 prior to an official press opening of March 26 at the Abingdon Theater

On Monday, February 25, the Broadway at Birdland series welcomed composer/performer Victoria Shaw and her celebrated showcase 'Under The Covers With Victoria Shaw.' Following the concert was Jim Caruso's Cast Party.

The OBIE-winning HERE Arts Center proudly presents (RUS)H, with text and video design by James Scruggs, directed by Kristin Marting. (RUS)H

Christopher B. Manos, Producer of Theater of the Stars, has announced the 2008-09 season, celebrating their 20th year as the resident theater company at the Fabulous Fox Theatre, including Mamma Mia!, Tarzan, The Color Purple, High School Musical 2 and Oklahoma

Natalie Joy Johnson, of Legally Blonde and Bare: A Pop Opera, premiered her new club act at Therapy on Monday, February 25, with Musical Direction by Brian J. Nash, with special material by John Hill and directed by Ben Rimalower.

Grey Gardens: From East Hampton to Broadway, a new documentary film by East of Doheny with Albert Maysles, will have premiere screenings in New York and Los Angeles. The private events will be hosted by East of Doheny and The Actors Fund on Monday, March 3 (New York) and mid-April (Los Angeles).

Grammy nominated musical-theater team of Michael Heitzman and Ilene Reid debut at Birdland on Monday, March 24, 2008 at 7PM

Theatre for a New Audience's production of William Shakespeare's Antony and Cleopatra featuring Laila Robins and Marton Csokas in the title roles and directed by Darko Tresnjak begins previews Saturday, March 22 at 7:30PM for an opening Thursday, April 3 at 6:30PM at The Duke on 42nd Street.

After three sold out weeks at the 45th Street Theater, My Life on the Craigslist extends two more weeks Off Broadway with two additional performances, Fridays: March 14 and March 21 at 11PM. Following the already scheduled performance this Friday, February 29 at 11PM.

Laura Bell Bundy currently starring as Elle Woods in Legally Blonde, will be bringing her own blend of country music called y'Alternative to the Lincoln Triangle Barnes & Noble when she sings from her popular debut album 'Longing for a Place Already Gone.' She will be performing with her band on March 10 at 7:30PM.

The Public Theater announced today that they have named Shanta Thake as the new Director of Joe's Pub. Thake has been serving as Acting Director of Joe's Pub since the departure of Bill Bragin in December.

On Tuesday, February 26, Walt Disney Records released the original Broadway cast recording of Disney's 'The Little Mermaid.' In celebration, there was a cast performance and CD signing at World of Disney on Tuesday, February 26 from 4-6PM.

The Internationally acclaimed Gesher Theatre from Tel Aviv, Israel will present the play Momik at The Tribeca Performing Arts Center

North Shore Animal League America, the world's largest no-kill animal shelter, and Mya, the Grammy Award-winning singer, dancer and actress, soon to be starring in the Broadway musical Chicago, have announced their Tour For Life 2008.

Transport Group will present Marcy in the Galaxy, a world premiere musical, with book, music, and lyrics by Nancy Shayne; opening April 6. To star Donna Lynne Champlin and Teri Ralston.

The 5th Avenue invites Seattle to 'leave your troubles outside' and experience the scintillating entertainment of Cabaret. Starring Tari Kelly March 25-April 13, 2008.

Due to popular demand, a second concert performance of The Last Five Years, featuring composer and performer Jason Robert Brown and the incomparable talent of Lauren Kennedy, has been added to the Birdland Broadway series on Tuesday, March 18 at 7PM. The performance on Monday, March 17 at 7PM is quickly selling-out.

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